By Chinenye Anuforo
IoT West Africa, co-located with the Power and Water Nigeria Exhibition, is rapidly gaining momentum, securing participation from key public and private sector organizations. Scheduled for May 13-15, 2025 in Lagos, the events are poised to drive significant advancements in Nigeria’s infrastructure.
Leading public entities, including the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), have confirmed their participation. They will be joined by private sector players such as Cummins, Simba Power Solution, and UnoTelos Limited, all recognizing the events’ critical role in fostering Nigeria’s economic growth through improvements in power, water, and digital infrastructure.
The Africa Data Centre Association (ADCA) has further solidified the events’ industry relevance by joining as a strategic partner, ensuring alignment with best practices and promoting collaboration to accelerate data center and cloud innovation across the continent.
Highlighting the event’s significance, Cummins Inc., a power, will showcase its comprehensive range of diesel, natural gas, electric, and hybrid powertrains, addressing Nigeria’s growing digital infrastructure needs. “At Cummins, our goal is not just to power data centers but to empower Nigeria’s digital economy,” stated Mark Oni Okeke, Managing Director of Cummins West Africa Ltd. “Through sustainable innovation and cutting-edge technology, we are committed to helping data centers achieve reliable, efficient, and environmentally responsible operations.”
Simba Power Solution, a Platinum Sponsor of the Power and Water Nigeria Exhibition, will present its advanced and sustainable power solutions. “As Nigeria’s energy landscape evolves, Simba Power is dedicated to delivering innovative, reliable, and sustainable power solutions that address the country’s growing energy demands,” a company spokesperson confirmed.
UnoTelos Limited, a sponsor of IoT West Africa, will feature its cutting-edge 5G and IoT solutions, developed in collaboration with leading OEM partners. Given Nigeria’s projected IoT market CAGR of 15.2% from 2024 to 2030, these discussions will be pivotal in shaping the future of connectivity, security, and smart technology. “This event is an exciting opportunity to engage with industry leaders and discuss how IoT can revolutionize businesses, improve efficiency, and drive innovation across sectors,” said a UnoTelos Limited representative.
These premier events will convene industry leaders, investors, and innovators to explore crucial solutions in power, water, and digital infrastructure, all essential for Nigeria’s economic advancement.
With Nigeria’s data center market projected to reach $1.5 billion by 2027, and the digital economy contributing 18.44% to Nigeria’s GDP in 2023, the demand for reliable power, water, and connectivity solutions is at an all-time high. The Power and Water Nigeria Exhibition and IoT West Africa will serve as catalysts for dialogues on sustainable energy, efficient water management, and the future of digital connectivity in Africa.
The events are expected to attract thousands of tech leaders, energy consultants, digital transformation executives, and industry decision-makers. Attendees will experience cutting-edge innovations shaping the future of digital infrastructure, from next-generation power solutions to advanced cloud and connectivity technologies.
These events will have a broad impact across multiple sectors, including banking, e-commerce, transportation, government, manufacturing, and utilities. By addressing critical power, water, and digital infrastructure challenges, they will enable businesses and organizations to adopt resilient and efficient technologies, fostering economic and technological advancement.
With strong backing from government bodies, strategic partners, and industry pioneers, these events will serve as premier hubs for networking, knowledge-sharing, and investment opportunities.
